Decorated public servant appointed ACT Auditor-General
Ajay Sharma, a 20-year veteran of the ACT Audit Office, has been appointed as the territory's new Auditor-General for a seven-year term, commencing February 2025.
Category : Search result: ACT crime statistics
Uber Eats driver convicted for attempted kiss
A former Uber Eats delivery driver has been convicted and fined $800 for attempting to kiss a customer at her front door in what the court called inappropriate conduct.
21,000 Aussies Have Metastatic Breast Cancer
Shocking new data reveals double the estimated Australians living with incurable breast cancer. Learn about the urgent need for research and support.
Man accused of cocaine trafficking near Canberra school
A 23-year-old Bonner man faces drug trafficking charges after police allegedly found 37 grams of cocaine and weapons near Gungahlin College. He remains in custody.
Townsville youth crime crisis: 75% reoffend on bail
New data reveals 75% of young offenders in Townsville commit crimes while on bail. Community demands action as youth crime rates surge. Read the full investigation.
ACT public housing mould crisis leaves tenants helpless
Canberra public housing tenants endure dangerous mould and repair delays as maintenance contractor Programmed faces scrutiny. Housing advocates demand accountability amid growing waitlists.
20 Housing ACT jobs cut before Christmas
Twenty Housing ACT workers face unemployment just before Christmas as contracts end, despite Treasurer Chris Steel's assurance that Canberra's public service will continue growing.
SA Prison Drug Crisis: 70% Report Pre-Conviction Use
Shocking data reveals over 70% of SA prisoners used illicit drugs before conviction. Ex-inmate Merlin Faber demands reform in rehabilitation programs. Read his powerful story.
War Memorial sculpture vandalised, police seek man
A man is accused of damaging the 'For Every Drop Shed in Anguish' sculpture at the Australian War Memorial. Police have released an image and are appealing for public help to identify the suspect.
Man dead after shooting at police in Canberra
A 71-year-old man has been found dead in Isabella Plains after a standoff with police. Officers were attempting to arrest him for serious family violence offences. Read the latest details.
Woman charged for spitting on Canberra police
A 24-year-old woman faces multiple charges after allegedly spitting on officers and stealing clothing from Canberra Centre. She will appear in ACT Magistrates Court.
Police seek men over Braddon altercation, head injury
ACT Policing is seeking public help to identify two men involved in a Braddon altercation that left a man with a serious head injury. Contact Crime Stoppers with info.
Public servant jailed for child sexual abuse in Canberra
A federal public servant has been sentenced to 9.5 years imprisonment for sexually abusing his niece and step-daughter in what the judge called 'abhorrent' crimes that shocked the community.
ACT Uses AI to Accelerate Planning Approvals
The ACT government is implementing artificial intelligence to streamline development assessments and meet housing targets. Chief Minister Andrew Barr reveals plans for faster approvals.
Wages Grow 4.2% in September Quarter 2025
Australian wages grew 4.2% annually in September quarter 2025, outpacing inflation. Private sector leads with 4.3% growth. Discover what this means for workers.
Police search for alleged violent offender in Canberra
ACT Policing urgently seeks public help to locate Kye Rowe, 25, wanted for alleged serious violent offences. Last seen in Lyneham, believed to be in Belconnen area. Do not approach.
Top Cop: Police Not Only Answer to Kununurra Youth Crime
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch reveals tackling youth crime in Kununurra requires community solutions beyond policing. New approaches needed for Kimberley town.
ACT Schools Asbestos Shutdown: Timeline of Events
A detailed timeline of the ACT schools asbestos shutdown. Discover how the crisis unfolded, which schools are affected, and the ongoing testing and removal efforts.
Child struck by car outside Canberra school, police appeal
ACT Policing is urging witnesses to come forward after a child was struck by a vehicle outside Gold Creek High School in Nicholls last month. The child sustained minor injuries.
ACT needs 80+ paramedics to fix ambulance crisis
An honest review reveals the ACT Ambulance Service is critically understaffed, needing over 80 paramedics. Night shifts are failing 96% of the time, risking response times.
Burglars steal car, rig it to explode in Canberra
A Higgins family's stolen car was found doused in petrol and rigged to explode after burglars returned weeks later. Police have made arrests in the disturbing case.
Hunter areas surpass $100k average income
New ABS data reveals Scone and Merewether lead Hunter's income surge. Explore the economic trends reshaping the region's wealth distribution.
Man with skull tattoo sought over alleged SUV assault
ACT Police seek a man in his 20s with a skull ankle tattoo accused of sexual assault in his dark SUV on Lhotsky Street, Charnwood. Call Crime Stoppers with information.
The Ashes 2023: Key Numbers and Talking Points
Dive into the key statistics from the thrilling 2023 Ashes series. From record-breaking partnerships to bowling milestones, explore the numbers that defined cricket's greatest rivalry.
ACT speeding fines earn $23 million, young drivers targeted
ACT set to collect $23 million from speeding fines this year, with drivers aged 18-35 receiving half of all infringements. Police debunk speed camera buffer myths.
WA Child Poverty Doubles in Decade: Shock Report
Western Australia faces a child poverty crisis as new data reveals the number of children living in poverty has doubled over the past decade. Urgent action needed.
69 ACT schools close due to Kmart asbestos scare
More than 65 ACT public schools forced to close after new asbestos discovery in Kmart sand products. Education officials scramble to conduct safety inspections.
New Canberra Libs Deputy Shaped by Childhood Trauma
Canberra Liberals' new deputy leader Deborah Morris reveals how her childhood in violent Cape Town shaped her tough stance on crime and community values in ACT politics.
Dementia Now Australia's Leading Cause of Death
ABS data reveals dementia is now Australia's biggest killer, accounting for 9.4% of all deaths. Learn about the impact on families and the healthcare system.
Bandidos bikie gang enters Canberra with police presence
The Bandidos outlaw motorcycle gang conducted a national meet-up in Canberra, met by a significant police operation. Discover the details of the event and its implications.
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